Connexio Mission Talk with Bishop Américo Jara Reyes
Mission Talk brings people together - online. In conversation this time: Bishop Américo Jara Reyes from Argentina
Danka Bogdanovic
February 18, 2026
Mission Talk brings people together - online. In conversation this time: Bishop Américo Jara Reyes from Argentina
At the end of November 2025, the ninth «Youth Gala» took place in Cluj-Napoca (Romania). This event honored projects carried out by and with young people. The «More than Boxing» program was awarded first place by the juries in two categories. What may come as a surprise is that this program is not backed by a sports club, but rather is a touching form of «church for others.».
The list of global crises is long—food crises, climate crises, war, military conflicts, and a crisis of confidence in liberal democratic countries are clouding the prospects for a better future. People in the Global South, who are struggling with numerous crises, are particularly affected. How are they faring, and what glimmers of hope are visible on the horizon?
The first round of the presidential election will take place in Chile on Sunday. This is likely to lead to a decision on the direction the country will take. Felipe Rojas Cortés from the Methodist Church in Chile reports on the mood and background, the feared consequences for migrants, and a dilemma facing the church. He also draws parallels with Europe.
On Saturday, September 13, the Grace in Greece project celebrated its third anniversary. It began three years ago with the idea of people from Switzerland meeting people in Greece in special need and experiencing God's grace in the process.
In a simple ceremony on 11 September, Cambodian Methodists and members of the founding organizations paid tribute to the church's path. This should increasingly lead to independence. Chamroeun Yi, Luon Rachana and Peter Siegfried tell us what excites and worries them and what they wish for the birthday child.